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Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum 2025
June 2, 2025 | Union League Club
The Union League ClubNew York
June 2, 2025 | Union League Club|The Union League Club, New York

Network at the leading mezz lending forum in the US

Highly competitive lending. Highly controlled debt.

Join 300+ borrowers, lenders, & debt asset managers.



300+

industry stakeholders

+

borrowers

+

C-suite and SVP-level executives

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expert speakers

Leverage the forum's 10+ years of expertise for your mezzanine portfolio

Speaker at the Distressed Forum for Bank Special Assets Midwest

A decade of industry leading speakers

In 2024, 40+ industry leading panel speakers took to the stage, including:

  • Michael Zysman, Managing Principal, City Bay Capital
  • Chris Miculis, Managing Director - Head of Asset Management, Debt – Americas, Nuveen Real Estate
  • Douglas Lyons, Managing Principal, Pearlmark
  • Jacob Feingold, Managing Director, Head of Originations, Canyon Partners Real Estate
  • Drew Fung, Managing Director, Head of Debt Investment Group, Clarion Partners
  • Clarke Hitch, Managing Director, Real Estate, Blackstone
  • Shaunak Tanna, Executive Director, PGIM Real Estate


Dealmaking at Real Estate Conference for Distressed and Bank Special Assets

Build network. Build opportunities.

We know meaningful connections are key to success, which is why our networking opportunities are tailored to help you expand your network.

Engage in exclusive industry discussions, interactive Q&A sessions with speakers, and a variety of focused strategic panels.

Our AI-driven matchmaking app ensures you never miss an opportunity to connect. Effortlessly meet the right people who can raise your business to new heights.

Networking at Real Estate Conference for Distressed Forum for Bank Special Assets

The network generating new work

Meet the Mezzanine Lending community, including:

  • Developers
  • Institutional investor/family offices
  • Owner/operators
  • Private equity
  • Sr. debt lenders
  • Subordinate debt lenders
  • Law firms

From learning to dealmaking

Get the inside track on strategies for new mezzanine debt acquisitions, development, refinancing, and more.

Have the right knowledge to make the right decisions. Learn from the people who can guide your next winning move.


Where understanding and growing mezz & high yield debt are

Networking cocktail for real estate conference participants

Fuel connections & conversations

Take advantage of built-in networking opportunities during the conference breakfast, lunch, and cocktail sessions. Enjoy delicious food and beverages while connecting with industry professionals.

Real time discussions

Connect with Mezzanine and High Yield Debt Investors, Originators, and Partners to enhance your industry knowledge and promote best practices for your lending strategies.

Knowledge through networking

With over 3 hours of scheduled networking breaks at the conference, you'll learn and connect with the best.

Maximize exposure. Drive results.

Boost your brand’s visibility and connect with key financers of mezzanine lending deals.

Whether you're looking to build brand awareness, generate high-quality leads, or showcase your thought leadership, our sponsorship packages offer customized options to align with your business objectives.

Reach out to Gareth Tapper at gareth.tapper@imn.org.

Sponsor the Real Estate Mezzanine Financing & High-Yield Debt Forum 2025